A High Wind Watch is in effect 5am to 8 pm Friday for all of Southeast Michigan. Southwest winds of 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 55 mph becoming northwest.
A winter storm is expected to impact the Great Lakes this weekend, with potential for a wide range of hazards including heavy snow, a wintry mix, and heavy rain and thunderstorm potential. Expect forecast refinements in the coming days.
A low pressure system will push through the northern Great Lakes Friday. 1 to 3 inches of snow will be possible north of I 69 before temperatures climb above freezing late Friday morning. Lesser amounts to the south including Metro Detroit.
A Gale Warning has been issued for Friday and Friday night with gusts up to 45 knots expected for all marine zones. A Low Water Advisory is also in effect for western Lake Erie.